Klipsch® Builds upon Image Headphone Popularity with New Model
Latest X5 brings new price point, design and sound signature to newly formed earphone family
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
INDIANAPOLIS (June 4, 2008) — Following their introduction last
November, Klipsch's award-winning Image headphones instantly became a
fan favorite among reviewers, making a name for themselves as the
world's smallest, lightest full-range earphone design. Today, the
company is expanding the Image line to include the slightly larger X5,
which brings another premium sound signature to this newly formed
family.
According to Tony Ostrom, Klipsch director of product marketing, the
Image X5 is bigger than its predecessor by only 2mm in diameter. This
minimal size difference makes the X5 easier and slightly less expensive
to manufacture, so the company can pass the savings on to the end user.
However, Ostrom mentioned that these headphones are still considered
very small, very lightweight and will continue the Image legacy of
being the least fatiguing in-ear headphones around.
"Image's overnight success was a sure sign that we needed to make it a
family affair, allowing us to meet the expectations of several
different consumer types," said Ostrom. "With the addition of the X5,
we are renaming the original Image the X10 and establishing it as the
flagship model within the line."
Like the original, the X5 utilizes translucent patent-pending Contour
Ear Gels that are anatomically designed to fit comfortably inside the
human ear canal. These soft, oval silicon tips reduce ear fatigue and
provide an amazing seal for excellent noise isolation along with
increased bass response. Because ear canal measurements vary, each X5
comes with five different-sized ear gels: small, medium, and large
single flange designs as well as small and large double flange designs.
That way, virtually everyone can find the precise fit and noise
reduction they desire.
From a performance perspective, the X5 uses a balanced full-range
armature driver with a tuned bass-reflex system for crisp, clear highs
and deep, impressive lows. Technology-wise, the X5 and the original
differ in that the X10 uses an exclusive balanced full-range armature
micro-driver. The X10 is meant for listeners who prefer a lot of bass
in their music, while the X5 has a superior top end with more forward
voicing.
"The X5 continues Klipsch's sound signature by performing accurately in
the frequency and time domain, minimizing any phase distortion with its
linear acceleration. As a result, you'll hear things in your favorite
recordings you never noticed before," said Mark Blanchard, Klipsch
senior acoustic designer. "The X5's versatility and rugged design make
it an excellent choice for `road warriors,' students or anyone else who
wants no-compromise audio, extreme levels of comfort and
fashion-forward style."
Image X5 headphones feature electroplated aluminum housings and
streamlined, aerodynamic-shaped black "tails." These flexible tails
reduce cable stress and serve as an acoustic damper to minimize cable
noise.
By adding strain relief at every cable connection point to help prevent
wire damage to their 50-inch-long vinyl cables, Klipsch has made the X5
headphones as durable as they are stylish. In general, the basic Image
family design has also undergone hours of extensive "real world"
testing.
The Image X5 is compatible with the iPod®, iPhone™ and virtually any
device with a standard headphone jack. These headphones also come with
a carrying pouch, an airplane adaptor, the above-mentioned ear gels and
an ear gel cleaning tool.
Priced at $249.99 (U.S. MSRP), Image X5 headphones will be available
for purchase at select retail locations and on klipsch.com later this
month. As a bonus, purchasers who complete an online warranty
registration will receive a free package of replacement Contour Ear
Gels in the size of their choice.
About Klipsch
Established in 1946, Klipsch—a wholly owned division of Klipsch Group,
Inc.—is a leading global manufacturer of high-performance loudspeakers
and other audio products for the consumer and professional markets.
Through proprietary horn-loaded technology, Klipsch is committed to
developing loudspeakers that create the most engaging, emotional, and
dynamic entertainment experiences. A family tradition, chairman and CEO
Fred S. Klipsch and his wife, Judy, purchased the company from founder
and cousin Paul W. Klipsch in 1989. Based in Indianapolis, Ind., the
company's headquarters is home to one of the most advanced professional
audio research facilities in the world. For more information, visit
klipsch.com.
SOURCE: Klipsch
CONTACT: Keith Claytor, Klipsch Group public relations manager
Office: 860-656-0576
Cell: 317-701-7803
keith.claytor@klipsch.com
PHOTOS: High-resolution, publication-quality photos of the Image
X5 are available for download in the News Center at klipsch.com or via
e-mail upon request.
WEB SITE: http://www.klipsch.com
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be the simple execution of simple ideas, Xbox Live Arcade style. I
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